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Extreme Cold Watch
Issued: 5:41 PM Jan. 29, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 4 below zero possible. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
Winter Storm Watch
Issued: 7:49 AM Jan. 29, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches possible. Locally significant snowfall totals will also be possible. Wind gusts of 25 to 35 mph. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel may become dangerous or even impossible with widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. &&
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